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Webinar: “The limits of our language are the limits of our world” Language, identity and culture in mental health

This interactive presentation will describe the importance of linguistic responsiveness while providing multilingual behavioral health services. It will provide information around the interaction between language, identity and culture as well as resources and recommendations while working with Spanish speaking clients.

 

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the interaction between language, identity and culture.

2. Describe the impact around interpretation and translation on Mental Health services.

3. Comprehend the importance of linguistic responsive services in Mental Health.

 

Who should attend? This is a basic level workshop designed for mental health providers, graduate students, community health workers, school mental health providers, and school administrators.

Date and Time: 
May 6, 2021 - 10:00am to May 7, 2021 - 10:59am
Category: 
Training
Location: 
Webinar